Cast & Crew
general information
Congratulations, Newsies!
You all kicked butt at auditions and I am so looking forward to starting this journey together. Our work doesn't officially start for another two weeks, but I wanted to give you a checklist for things to think about before we begin...
You all kicked butt at auditions and I am so looking forward to starting this journey together. Our work doesn't officially start for another two weeks, but I wanted to give you a checklist for things to think about before we begin...
Accept/Decline Casting
Saturday, January 18th by Noon
You must officially accept or decline your role by noon on Saturday, January 18th, via Google Form. If you fail to submit a response, you risk forfeiting your role in the production. Please use the link below.
Saturday, January 18th by Noon
You must officially accept or decline your role by noon on Saturday, January 18th, via Google Form. If you fail to submit a response, you risk forfeiting your role in the production. Please use the link below.
Script Pick-Up
Tuesday, January 21st - Friday, January 24th
Stop by M-107 at anytime to grab your copy of the script/libretto, for which you will need to supply your own binder. Scripts will also be distributed at the...
Mandatory Cast/Crew/Parent Meeting
Thursday, January 23rd from 7:00-8:00PM at FHS Library
All cast and crew members, along with at least one parent/guardian, is expected to attend this short welcome meeting, where we will share important information regarding the production. This "kick-off" celebration will be imperative to our initial success. Expectations and procedure will be established and pertinent dates/events will be discussed. If there are any conflicts, please share them prior to the day of the meeting.
First Official Rehearsal - Full Cast
Monday, February 3rd from 3:00-6:30PM in Black Box
Unless it was included on your initial Conflict Calendar, everyone is expected to attend our first full-cast rehearsal. Full rehearsal calendars will be distributed at the meeting mentioned above.
Off-Book Expectations
With two full weeks before the official start of the production, it is expected for you to become very familiar with the script. You may highlight your lines and begin to memorize, go over music with the soundtrack, and generally work to make strong decisions about your characterization and backstory.
Please note that - regardless of casting titles - your assigned lines
and lyrics are subject to change.
Tuesday, January 21st - Friday, January 24th
Stop by M-107 at anytime to grab your copy of the script/libretto, for which you will need to supply your own binder. Scripts will also be distributed at the...
Mandatory Cast/Crew/Parent Meeting
Thursday, January 23rd from 7:00-8:00PM at FHS Library
All cast and crew members, along with at least one parent/guardian, is expected to attend this short welcome meeting, where we will share important information regarding the production. This "kick-off" celebration will be imperative to our initial success. Expectations and procedure will be established and pertinent dates/events will be discussed. If there are any conflicts, please share them prior to the day of the meeting.
First Official Rehearsal - Full Cast
Monday, February 3rd from 3:00-6:30PM in Black Box
Unless it was included on your initial Conflict Calendar, everyone is expected to attend our first full-cast rehearsal. Full rehearsal calendars will be distributed at the meeting mentioned above.
Off-Book Expectations
With two full weeks before the official start of the production, it is expected for you to become very familiar with the script. You may highlight your lines and begin to memorize, go over music with the soundtrack, and generally work to make strong decisions about your characterization and backstory.
Please note that - regardless of casting titles - your assigned lines
and lyrics are subject to change.
CAST LIST
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who auditioned. Casting is one of the hardest parts of the job. Auditioning is just as hard. So even if you didn't find a spot in this production, you should be proud of yourselves for having the courage to step up and show out!
To those cast, please refer to the important information above and be sure to submit your casting response by noon tomorrow!
To those cast, please refer to the important information above and be sure to submit your casting response by noon tomorrow!
Track List
Below is an updated Track Sheet with representation of casting. Please note that this document is subject to change, but can give a general overview of your character's track through the show. There is the possibility - with an addendum - to be in more or less than is signified here.